Argos €320 - Toshiba 32 Inch HD Ready Digital LCD TV - 32BV500B.

A2LUE42

http://www.argos.ie/static/Product/partNumber/5296417.htm?jspStoreDir=argosie&params=IE08A&referredURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.argos.ie%2Fstatic%2FProduct%2FpartNumber%2F5296417.htm&cmpid=IE08A&uid=7126398896&referrer=IE08A&mid=700175446&storeId=30001

LCD TV:

• HD Ready.
• Built in Freeview digital tuner.
• 2 HDMI connections.

Television picture quality:

• HD Ready.
• Freeview digital tuner.
• 32in (81cm) widescreen TV with 81cm visible screen size.
• Resolution 1366 x 768 pixels.
• 50Hz.
• Brightness 450cd/m2.
• Contrast ratio 4000:1 (native).
• Response time 8ms.
• Viewing angle 178/178 degrees.
• Progressive scan.

Connectivity:

• 2 HDMI sockets.
• 1 SCART socket.
• PC input socket.
• Component video socket.
• Composite.
• Headphone socket.
• AV socket (side and rear).
• 1 USB port.

Sound quality:

• NICAM sound system.
• 2 x 6 watts RMS power output.

Digital features:

• Digitally interactive.
• Digital text.
• Digital video broadcasting (DVB) subtitles available.
• Auto setup.
• Auto scan for new channels.
• Now and next programme guide.
• 7 day electronic programme guide (EPG).
• Top up TV compatible.
• CI slot.

Additional features:

• Sleep timer.
• Child lock.
• Picture and text.
• Remote control batteries required 2 x AAA (included).
• Size of TV H51.4, W78.7, D9.4cm.
• Weight of TV 11.6kg (unpackaged).
• Complete with pedestal stand.
• Size of TV with stand H56, W78.7, D18.7cm.
• Weight of TV with stand 12.3kg.
• Suitable for wall mounting with a VESA 200 x 200mm bracket (bracket not included).

Energy efficiency information:

• On mode power consumption 150 watts.
• Standby power consumption 1 watt.

Please note that the digital and Freeview features of this TV are not available in the Republic of Ireland

I think this is a bargain, but not sure as I'm not sure if these figures are any good.
Resolution 1366 x 768 pixels.
50Hz.
Brightness 450cd/m2.
Contrast ratio 4000:1 (native).
Response time 8ms.

Zonda999

Saw this a couple of days ago alright, goodish deal i suppose alright but it wont be a great t,v compared to, say, a full HD samsung 32" you'll get for €400.

(:rolleyes:)Oh and like i say on any tv related thread, i highly doubt this will have a mpeg4 tuner, which means it wont pick up the Irish DTT thats due to launch in a couple of months

This is a good deal alright at €320 but this, at €401, is a much better buy IMHO

Oh, and the speakers in the tosh wouldnt be great, only 2x6w, :O

GerardKeating

A2LUE42 wrote: »

http://www.argos.ie/static/Product/partNumber/5296417.htm?jspStoreDir=argosie&params=IE08A&referredURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.argos.ie%2Fstatic%2FProduct%2FpartNumber%2F5296417.htm&cmpid=IE08A&uid=7126398896&referrer=IE08A&mid=700175446&storeId=30001

LCD TV:

• HD Ready.
• Built in Freeview digital tuner.
• 2 HDMI connections.

Television picture quality:

• HD Ready.
• Freeview digital tuner.
• 32in (81cm) widescreen TV with 81cm visible screen size.
• Resolution 1366 x 768 pixels.
• 50Hz.
• Brightness 450cd/m2.
• Contrast ratio 4000:1 (native).
• Response time 8ms.
• Viewing angle 178/178 degrees.
• Progressive scan.

Connectivity:

• 2 HDMI sockets.
• 1 SCART socket.
• PC input socket.
• Component video socket.
• Composite.
• Headphone socket.
• AV socket (side and rear).
• 1 USB port.

Sound quality:

• NICAM sound system.
• 2 x 6 watts RMS power output.

Digital features:

• Digitally interactive.
• Digital text.
• Digital video broadcasting (DVB) subtitles available.
• Auto setup.
• Auto scan for new channels.
• Now and next programme guide.
• 7 day electronic programme guide (EPG).
• Top up TV compatible.
• CI slot.

Additional features:

• Sleep timer.
• Child lock.
• Picture and text.
• Remote control batteries required 2 x AAA (included).
• Size of TV H51.4, W78.7, D9.4cm.
• Weight of TV 11.6kg (unpackaged).
• Complete with pedestal stand.
• Size of TV with stand H56, W78.7, D18.7cm.
• Weight of TV with stand 12.3kg.
• Suitable for wall mounting with a VESA 200 x 200mm bracket (bracket not included).

Energy efficiency information:

• On mode power consumption 150 watts.
• Standby power consumption 1 watt.

Please note that the digital and Freeview features of this TV are not available in the Republic of Ireland

I think this is a bargain, but not sure as I'm not sure if these figures are any good.
Resolution 1366 x 768 pixels.
50Hz.
Brightness 450cd/m2.
Contrast ratio 4000:1 (native).
Response time 8ms.

This might be ok with Sat or cable, wont pick up any broadcast TV here.

ScrubsfanChris

Zonda999 wrote: »

but this, at €401, is a much better buy IMHO

I got the 40" version of that (LE40C530) and it is a brilliant tv.

The USB play back feature is fantastic, just plug in an external/portable HDD and watch you videos/music/photo's.

I also got it for the bargain price of €499 a few weeks back

It has a big following over on Avforums:
http://www.avforums.com/forums/lcd-led-lcd-tvs/1246980-samsung-c530-owners-thread.html

A2LUE42

ScrubsfanChris wrote: »

I got the 40" version of that (LE40C530) and it is a brilliant tv.

The USB play back feature is fantastic, just plug in an external/portable HDD and watch you videos/music/photo's.

I also got it for the bargain price of €499 a few weeks back

It has a big following over on Avforums:
http://www.avforums.com/forums/lcd-led-lcd-tvs/1246980-samsung-c530-owners-thread.html

Is there a 37" version of the samsung with the usb feature ?

Evil_Clown

Zonda999 wrote: »

(:rolleyes:)Oh and like i say on any tv related thread, i highly doubt this will have a mpeg4 tuner, which means it wont pick up the Irish DTT thats due to launch in a couple of months

If you buy a new tv without a mpeg 4 tuner could you just get a cheap set top box reciever to get the Irish digital channels when they become available or will the boxes cost alot ???

Zonda999

Evil_Clown wrote: »

If you buy a new tv without a mpeg 4 tuner could you just get a cheap set top box reciever to get the Irish digital channels when they become available or will the boxes cost alot ???

Yea, you could but indications are those boxes will be 60€ or so, so why not have the convenience of having to use only one remote and only having to plug in one appliance. In this case too, that Samsung is much a better tv in every aspect too..

ScrubsfanChris

A2LUE42 wrote: »

Is there a 37" version of the samsung with the usb feature ?

Yes, but the price differnce between the two is very little. There is also a 32" version.

After a quick search, the cheapster this morning online is pixmania:

37"
http://www.pixmania.ie/ie/uk/5293543/art/samsung/le37c530-lcd-television.html

40"
http://www.pixmania.ie/ie/uk/5294207/art/samsung/le40c530-lcd-television.html

Don't really want to hijack the thread, so if you have any more questions feel free to use the HE Video Displays & Projectors forum.

noel50

Hitachi 32 Inch Full HD Digital LCD TV - 5 Series.

529/5858

• Save €228.00
• €395.99
  was €622.99
  • Ex. PRF €394.99
  • PRF €1.00

any views on this on argos( tv gone bust) looking for 26 to 32 inch tv ideas wellcome

OhNoYouDidn't

A2LUE42 wrote: »

1 USB port.
[/LIST]Sound quality:

Does this feature mean I can plug in my external hard drive / fob and play video, sounds from it?

neacy69

noel50 wrote: »

Hitachi 32 Inch Full HD Digital LCD TV - 5 Series.

529/5858

• Save €228.00
• €395.99
  was €622.99
  • Ex. PRF €394.99
  • PRF €1.00

any views on this on argos( tv gone bust) looking for 26 to 32 inch tv ideas wellcome

the one in lidl this week seems better value, better specs and cheaper for €300 with a 3 yr warranty..


EDIT: never mind, didnt realise this was such an old thread

A2LUE42

OhNoYouDidn't wrote: »

Does this feature mean I can plug in my external hard drive / fob and play video, sounds from it?

Yep - great feature. You can plug in a usb hdd or a memory key and play the files from it. Seems to not play mp4 video though. Grand for avi files. Cant remember if it plays mk4's as I dont tend to use them.

MIRMIR82

So which would you guys recommend to buy this toshiba or the one in Lidl this week?? I am sick of watchin the 12" portable at this stage(my old tv broke)

PS would you be able to tune sky remote into lidl one?

cheers

jmorrisey

RE the toshiba. I got the 22 inch version of this tv and was setting it up next to an Alba 19inch set i got for my folks last year. Guess what?.....the remote for the toshiba worked on the Alba and vice versa! Not really sure what this means but your gettin a rebadged somethin anyway if you buy the toshiba.

P.S. Happy enough with both tvs anyway

stimpson

FWIW, ebuyer are doing a full HD LG for £299 and £10 postage to Ireland.

It's FreeviewHD branded so should work fine with Saorview.

http://www.ebuyer.com/product/244920

Cordell

A2LUE42 wrote: »

Yep - great feature. You can plug in a usb hdd or a memory key and play the files from it. Seems to not play mp4 video though. Grand for avi files. Cant remember if it plays mk4's as I dont tend to use them.

I got a 32BV500B, and I can't play any avi files from the usb stick. Can you share one clip that works on yours?
Anyway, it's a good value tv, I would say that the picture quality is above average for this price range. Don't expect any mind-blowing though